SC15.K.8

Science (2015) Grade(s): KG

SC15.K.8

Design and construct a device (e.g., hat, canopy, umbrella, tent) to reduce the effects of sunlight.*

Unpacked Content

Scientific and Engineering Practices

Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions

Crosscutting Concepts

Cause and Effect

Knowledge

Students know:
  • The problem.
  • The design solution.
  • What way the design solution uses the given scientific information about the warming effect of the Sun on Earth's surface.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • Use tools and materials provided to design and build a device that reduces the effects of sunlight.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • Structures can reduce the effects of sunlight on Earth's surface.
  • Whether or not a device meets expectations in terms of cause (device reduces effects of sunlight) and effect (less warming).

Vocabulary

  • Design
  • Construct
  • Device
  • Sunlight
  • Reduce
  • Effects
  • Create
  • Ask
  • Imagine
  • Improve
  • Plan

Aligned Learning Resources

Sunlight, Shade, and Sand
Made In The Shade
Designing a Shade Structure
Let's Make Shade
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